Question 1

Most feminists believe that male-female differences are a result of inherent biological differences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

While liberal feminism focuses on equality of rights, a central concern of socialist feminism is the __________

Accepted Answer

A)  exploitation of women as unpaid labour 
B)  high prevalence of divorce in capitalist societies 
C)  need for women to have the vote 
D)  inequality of abilities 
A)  exploitation of women as unpaid labour 
B)  high prevalence of divorce in capitalist societies 
C)  need for women to have the vote 
D)  inequality of abilities A

Question 3

What are some explanations for the development of radical Islamism?

Accepted Answer

The development of various forms of radical Islamism is sometimes explained in terms of the sense of humiliation experienced as parts of the once powerful and culturally advanced Islamic world came under the control of Western powers in the late nineteenth century and the first half of the twentieth century. The adoption of Western ideas by the autocratic rulers of many Muslim countries seeking to modernize and develop their countries were often unsuccessful and unpopular. By rejecting Western practices and lifestyles, a purer Islamic identity could be reasserted.

Question 4

Briefly define Islamism.

Accepted Answer

Islamism is a term used to describe the

Question 5

American biologist Rachel Carson wrote the book Silent Spring.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the key difference between anthropocentrism and ecocentrism?

Accepted Answer

Anthropocentrism focuses on hu

Question 7

Secular humanism is the view that ethical principles can be developed through ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  religious doctrine 
B)  historical tradition 
C)  political debate 
D)  human reason 
A)  religious doctrine 
B)  historical tradition 
C)  political debate 
D)  human reason

Question 8

Liberal feminists advocate ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  equal opportunities for women 
B)  a more co-operative system 
C)  changes to the education system 
D)  a smaller role for government 
A)  equal opportunities for women 
B)  a more co-operative system 
C)  changes to the education system 
D)  a smaller role for government

Question 9

What are three major versions of contemporary feminist ideology?

Accepted Answer

Liberal feminism, so

Question 10

This perspective views the oppression of women as the oldest, most pervasive, and most deeply entrenched form of oppression.

Accepted Answer

A)  radical feminism 
B)  right feminism 
C)  new feminism 
D)  communism 
A)  radical feminism 
B)  right feminism 
C)  new feminism 
D)  communism

Question 11

_____________ views the anthropocentric beliefs that have been at the centre of Western thinking as the fundamental cause of environmental degradation.

Accepted Answer

A)  Social Ecology 
B)  Deep Ecology 
C)  Feminism 
D)  Free market environmentalism 
A)  Social Ecology 
B)  Deep Ecology 
C)  Feminism 
D)  Free market environmentalism

Question 12

Discuss the relationship between economic development and sustainability. What problems stem from this relationship? What are some of positive aspects?

Accepted Answer

Sustainability is a basic goal of enviro

Question 13

In the perspective of free market environmentalism, guarantees of the rights of private property and a free-market economy are crucial to environmental protection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The ideas expressed by the World Commission on Environment and Development could be considered a version of ______________

Accepted Answer

A)  radical environmentalism 
B)  deep ecology 
C)  ecofeminism 
D)  reform environmentalism 
A)  radical environmentalism 
B)  deep ecology 
C)  ecofeminism 
D)  reform environmentalism

Question 15

In the text, three main varieties of feminism are discussed. Which among the following is included among these types?

Accepted Answer

A)  radical 
B)  democratic 
C)  religious 
D)  libertarian 
A)  radical 
B)  democratic 
C)  religious 
D)  libertarian

Question 16

Reform environmentalism views economic growth and environmental protection as fundamentally incompatible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, women played an important role in anti-slavery campaigns, the temperance movement, and the struggle for the right to vote.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

For socialist feminists, what two main systems are viewed as the source of domination of women?

Accepted Answer

Socialist feminists argue that the liber

Question 19

John Stuart Mill in The Subjection of Women argued that women should be subordinate to men because they lack the capacity for rational thinking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

How do reform environmentalists view the relationship between the economy and the environment?

Accepted Answer

Reform environmentalism does not view ec

Most feminists believe that male-female differences are a result of inherent biological differences.

While liberal feminism focuses on equality of rights, a central concern of socialist feminism is the __________

What are some explanations for the development of radical Islamism?

Briefly define Islamism.

American biologist Rachel Carson wrote the book Silent Spring.

What is the key difference between anthropocentrism and ecocentrism?

Secular humanism is the view that ethical principles can be developed through ____________.

Liberal feminists advocate ________.

What are three major versions of contemporary feminist ideology?

This perspective views the oppression of women as the oldest, most pervasive, and most deeply entrenched form of oppression.

_____________ views the anthropocentric beliefs that have been at the centre of Western thinking as the fundamental cause of environmental degradation.

Discuss the relationship between economic development and sustainability. What problems stem from this relationship? What are some of positive aspects?

In the perspective of free market environmentalism, guarantees of the rights of private property and a free-market economy are crucial to environmental protection.

The ideas expressed by the World Commission on Environment and Development could be considered a version of ______________

In the text, three main varieties of feminism are discussed. Which among the following is included among these types?

Reform environmentalism views economic growth and environmental protection as fundamentally incompatible.

In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, women played an important role in anti-slavery campaigns, the temperance movement, and the struggle for the right to vote.

For socialist feminists, what two main systems are viewed as the source of domination of women?

John Stuart Mill in The Subjection of Women argued that women should be subordinate to men because they lack the capacity for rational thinking.

How do reform environmentalists view the relationship between the economy and the environment?

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Exam 4: Other Perspectives

Most feminists believe that male-female differences are a result of inherent biological differences.

While liberal feminism focuses on equality of rights, a central concern of socialist feminism is the __________

What are some explanations for the development of radical Islamism?

Briefly define Islamism.

American biologist Rachel Carson wrote the book Silent Spring.

What is the key difference between anthropocentrism and ecocentrism?

Secular humanism is the view that ethical principles can be developed through ____________.

Liberal feminists advocate ________.

What are three major versions of contemporary feminist ideology?

This perspective views the oppression of women as the oldest, most pervasive, and most deeply entrenched form of oppression.

_____________ views the anthropocentric beliefs that have been at the centre of Western thinking as the fundamental cause of environmental degradation.

Discuss the relationship between economic development and sustainability. What problems stem from this relationship? What are some of positive aspects?

In the perspective of free market environmentalism, guarantees of the rights of private property and a free-market economy are crucial to environmental protection.

The ideas expressed by the World Commission on Environment and Development could be considered a version of ______________

In the text, three main varieties of feminism are discussed. Which among the following is included among these types?

Reform environmentalism views economic growth and environmental protection as fundamentally incompatible.

In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, women played an important role in anti-slavery campaigns, the temperance movement, and the struggle for the right to vote.

For socialist feminists, what two main systems are viewed as the source of domination of women?

John Stuart Mill in The Subjection of Women argued that women should be subordinate to men because they lack the capacity for rational thinking.

How do reform environmentalists view the relationship between the economy and the environment?

Understanding Politics

The Nation-State and Globalization

Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, and Fascism

Political Culture, Political Participation, and Political Socialization

Political Parties

Elections, Electoral Systems, and Voting Behaviour

Political Influence and Political Communication

Unconventional and Highly Conflictive Politics: From Protest to Revolution

Democracy and Democratic Government

Non-Democratic Government: Hybrid and Authoritarian Regimes

Constitutions, Courts, and Laws

Multiple Governments

Parliamentary Systems

Presidential and Semi-Presidential Systems

Public Policy and Public Administration

Politics and Development in the Worlds Poorer Countries

Politics and Governance at the Global Level

Filters